People And Culture Operations Lead

Salary:

$60 - 70

/ Hour

Contract Type:

Contract

Location:

Melbourne - VIC

Industry:

Professional

Reference:

3947475

Contact Name:

Imogen

Contact Email:

imogen@publicsectorpeople.com.au

Date Published:

24-Jul-2025

A local council in Melbourne’s inner south-east is seeking an experienced People and Culture Operations Lead. You’ll step into a critical operational leadership role, overseeing core People and Culture functions

Including:

Payroll
Recruitment and talent acquisition
Leave and employment condition advice
Workforce reporting and systems support

This is a hands-on role that requires a confident leader who can support the team to deliver day-to-day operations while ensuring informed and timely decisions are made across key areas such as leave management, employment changes and recruitment advice.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide operational leadership and guidance across payroll, recruitment and employee lifecycle processes
Make accurate and timely decisions on leave and employment conditions in line with policy, legislation and EBAs
Ensure workflows are maintained across the team and operational tasks are delivered on time
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to improve processes and resolve complex queries
Support the ongoing delivery of a consistent, compliant and positive employee experience

You’ll report directly to the Manager, People and Culture and work in collaboration with senior stakeholders across the organisation.

About You:

Demonstrated leadership experience across P&C operations in a complex environment
Proven ability to identify and implement process improvements
Confident communicator with strong stakeholder engagement skills
Strategic thinker with a hands-on approach to delivery
Relevant tertiary qualifications in HR, Organisational Development or a related field
Must be confident leading recruitment, employment condition changes and payroll functions in an operational nature.

Previous local government or public sector experience will be highly regarded but is not essential.

This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a key leadership role and make an immediate impact. Start ASAP.

Please note, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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